A burlesque performer poses for a photo at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer poses for a photo at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare to go on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare to go on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic ... more

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Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

A burlesque artist displays a necklace bearing her stage-name at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist displays a necklace bearing her stage-name at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of ... more

A burlesque artist glues sequins on her underwear at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist glues sequins on her underwear at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

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A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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A burlesque performer stands at the bar in her underwear during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer stands at the bar in her underwear during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival ... more

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A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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Audience members react at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members react at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in ... more

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Burlesque artists perform on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists perform on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse ... more

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A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

A burlesque performer drinks a flute of champagne while rehearsing her routine before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer drinks a flute of champagne while rehearsing her routine before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London ... more

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Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Burlesque performers rehearse before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers rehearse before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

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Burlesque artists leave the stage after their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists leave the stage after their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

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Burlesque artists spray champagne on the audience during their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists spray champagne on the audience during their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases ... more

Audience members gather at the bar during the show at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members gather at the bar during the show at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

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Burlesque artists gather at the bar after their performance at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists gather at the bar after their performance at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the ... more

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A burlesque performer stands at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer stands at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the ... more

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Audience members gather at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members gather at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

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A tattoo of a pentagram adorns the shoulder of an audience member at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A tattoo of a pentagram adorns the shoulder of an audience member at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some ... more

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A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

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